IMNA's Press Team offer sympathy to the people of New Zealand, in particular the Muslim community following two terrorists attacks on Friday during which at least 49 people were killed at two New Zealand mosques.

The head of the citizenship culture development department of the cultural, social, and sport organization of Isfahan municipality announced the distributing of plantable pencils among Isfahani citizens during the Tree Planting Week.

Iran (IMNA) - A fish bowl with one or some goldfish is one of the main items of Haft Seen; though it does not start with "S" in Persian. Some people believe that it is the symbol of life and good luck; the red color of goldfish stands for kindness, victory, and livelihood. Over the past years, environmentalists urged people not to buy goldfish, since they are imprisoned in a jar and finally they are doomed to die, while Nowrouz itself is the celebration of rebirth, health, wealth, hope, and livelihood.
Although, as it appears, some people cannot emit goldfish from their Haft Seen table; therefore, the best way is to learn how to buy healthy goldfish, take care of them appropriately and finally drop them in running waters.

The Secretariat of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), working in partnership to facilitate the global celebration of the United Nations World Wildlife Day 2019 (March 3), announced today the theme of the day as- 'Life below water: for people and planet'.

Iran (IMNA) - Iran is a safe country for people of different religions and ethnicities as various national and ethno-religious groups are now living in various parts of the country.
The first festival of traditional sports, handicrafts, foods, breads and folk music held in Ardestan county with the presence of provinces of the central plateau of Iran.

The Nasir-al-Mulk Mosque is considered as an architectural masterpiece in Shiraz, Iran where you can visit the play of light and colours. This mosque is also well known as the Pink Mosque due to particular usage of pink colours for its interior design.

"Considering the historical background of Isfahan that indicates the rich Iranian culture, it is not possible to perceive Persian culture deeply without visiting this city," the prime minister of Armenia said.

Bardeh village in Ben County is situated adjacent to Shahrekord city. The region is known as the rocky village; above 90 percent of the buildings seems to be made out of stone. Local women of Bardeh always wear traditional garments because the village hosts thousands of tourists almost throughout the year.

Hundreds of Isafahanis lined the streets of Isfahan on Saturday to attend the mass funeral of 27 martyred IRGC border guards who were killed in the southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan province following ramming an explosives-laden car into the bus carrying them to the home. The so-called Jaish ul-Adl terrorist group, claimed responsibility for the bombing.

Iran (IMNA) - The Zayanderud River alone is an amazing reason to go to Isfahan. As you walk along the beautiful and extraordinary river, you can see the magnificent history of Isfahan by looking at the bridges across the river dating back to Safavid era. The river has been dried up due to the influence of natural and human factors; however, the river has come back home after a period of long-term absence. Not only Isfahani people but also the whole Iran is delighted to have the Zayanderud back. So, our compatriot are now traveling to Isfahan to seize the opportunity of visiting the river of life.

The Zayanderud River is considered as the blood of Isfahan as the lives of all Isfahanis are tied to the river. After several months of absence, the river has come back to the home and now big crowds come out everyday to enjoy the river. Let's see how they enjoy the magnificence of the river at night.

Gilan Province is one of the northern provinces of Iran that situated along the Caspian Sea. This region is inhabited by local people who called Gilaks. Regarding regional foods and culinary, traditional songs and costumes, stunning country sides, culture and lifestyle, you can find fantastic traditions in such a paradise.

The historical house of Moshir al molk Ansari, the competent Qajar minister, is one of the valuable architectural masterpieces in Iran. This mansion excels its Qajar counterparts in terms of unique and royal architectural designs. The jewels of the house are the spring room and the alcove in which the Iran's largest sash window was built inside. This historical house has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2010.

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Isfahan hosted an exhibition of classic cars in Imam Ali square in which disabled artists (under the coverage of Benefactors' Society for Disabled People in Isfahan) displayed their handicrafts as well.

Fathabad Garden which belongs to Qajar era was constructed by Alikhan Biglarbeigi. The plan of Fathabad Garden has been an inspirational pattern taken from Shazdeh Mahan Garden situated near Kerman province.

Historical cities of Iran usually have great and old bazaars where you can enjoy local purchasing, get familiar with citizens' culture and accent, and also taking pleasure of the unique old architecture .

The "City Class" project for students of the first to third grade elementary school will be held by the Citizenship Culture Development Department of Isfahan municipality's Cultural Social Sports Center. The project aims to raise students' awareness of urban issues like traffic, waste management and recycling.